Title: American Heart Association’s Volunteer Orientation

Description: The American Heart Association’s Volunteer Orientation, will walk you through our mission, programs, volunteer opportunities and community events. We’ll discuss the role of the volunteer in our efforts to improve the heart health for all communities. Our objective this event is to deepen your understanding of the American Heart Association and to share how your involvement will have a significant impact in saving lives!

Title: MedPrep Summer Program at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Info Session

Description: Cindy Estevez, the program coordinator for the Office of Diversity and Multicultural Affairs at Columbia University Medical Center will discuss the NERA MedPrep Program. MedPrep is a free, summer enrichment program targeting traditionally underrepresented and/or economically disadvantaged New York City and New Jersey resident college freshmen and sophomores interested in attending medical school. MedPrep is a 3 year summer commitment designed to give students an opportunity to develop key skills and competencies important to success on the MCAT and in medical school. Accepted New York resident students begin the MedPrep program at Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons. The MedPrep Program is best suited for candidates without summer obligations as the program is full-time. Accepted students receive stipend support. There is no application fee.